Terms of Services

1. Ownership and Attribution

All work provided remains the intellectual property of the creator unless explicitly stated otherwise. You are granted a non-exclusive license to use the final deliverable solely for the agreed-upon purpose. Redistribution, reselling, or claiming the work as your own is strictly prohibited. Any request for transfer of ownership rights must be negotiated and agreed upon in writing, which may incur additional fees. Unauthorized use of the work beyond the licensed purpose may result in legal action to protect intellectual property.

2. Refunds and Cancellations

Refunds or cancellations are not permitted once the project has begun, unless it is determined that the agreed-upon guidelines were not followed. Minor adjustments and revisions are part of the project scope and will be handled as per the initial agreement. If the client wishes to cancel the project before significant progress has been made, a partial refund may be offered based on the work already completed. Once final deliverables are submitted, no refunds will be provided.

3. Right to Decline

I reserve the right to decline any commission that does not align with my expertise, values, or project guidelines. This decision can be made at any stage of the commission process, particularly if the work requested is outside the initial scope or agreement. In cases where a project is declined after work has begun, the client will receive all deliverables up to that point, and a refund will be provided for the unused portion of the payment.

4. Revisions and Edits

Minor revisions are included within the scope of the project and must be based on the original briefing or guidelines. Revisions that extend beyond the original agreement or require significant changes may incur additional fees. The client is entitled to a set number of revisions as agreed upon in the initial contract. Any additional requests for changes after final delivery may be considered, but these may require extra charges depending on the complexity and scope of the revisions.

5. Payment Terms

Payment is to be made according to the schedule outlined at the start of the project. For most projects, an upfront payment of 50% of the total fee is required before work can begin. The remaining balance is due upon delivery of the final work. For larger projects, a milestone payment structure may be used, with payments due at key stages of the project. Failure to meet payment deadlines can result in delays or suspension of the project, and no deliverables will be provided until full payment is made.

6. Deadlines and Deliverables

All deadlines are established based on the complexity and scope of the project and are contingent on timely communication and approval from both parties. Should the client fail to provide necessary materials, feedback, or approvals in a timely manner, the project deadline may be adjusted accordingly. I will make every effort to meet the deadlines provided, but delays caused by third-party services, client delays, or unforeseen technical issues will be communicated promptly, and new timelines will be proposed where necessary.

7. Confidentiality

Both parties agree to maintain the confidentiality of all project-related information, including but not limited to creative concepts, business strategies, proprietary data, personal information, and intellectual property. This confidentiality agreement will remain in effect even after the completion of the project, unless otherwise stated in a written agreement. Any breach of confidentiality may result in legal consequences.

8. Limitation of Liability

I will not be held liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages that arise from the use of the work provided. My liability shall not exceed the total amount paid for the project. The work is delivered on an “as-is” basis, and no guarantees are provided beyond the scope of the original project agreement. Any modifications or misuse of the final deliverables by the client are not covered under this limitation of liability.

9. Termination of Agreement

Either party may terminate the agreement in the event of a breach of the terms outlined in this document. If the project is terminated by the client after work has commenced without a breach on my part, no refunds will be issued, and the client will receive all completed work up to that point. If I terminate the agreement due to the client’s failure to meet contractual obligations, all work completed will be provided, and any outstanding payments will be due.

10. Dispute Resolution

In the event of a dispute arising from this agreement, both parties agree to first attempt to resolve the matter through mediation before taking any legal action. If mediation is unsuccessful, any legal recourse will be pursued under the jurisdiction of France. Both parties will be responsible for their own legal fees unless a different arrangement is determined by the court.

11. Governing Law

These terms of service are governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of France. Any disputes or legal claims arising from this agreement will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Grenoble.